Dr. Eric Rakowski

Professor

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Biography

Eric Rakowski is a law professor specializing in moral and political philosophy, as well as bioethics. He teaches and writes on issues related to federal tax law and trust and estate law. Rakowski is the author of the book 'Equal Justice,' published by Oxford University Press. He holds a Bachelor of Philosophy and Doctor of Philosophy from Oxford University, as well as a Juris Doctor degree from Harvard Law School.

Research Interests

Moral Philosophy Political Philosophy Bioethics Federal Tax Law Trust and Estate Law

Requirements for University of California, Berkeley

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE Subject
Overall Score
Required:500
Overall
Required:500
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent Preparation comparable to undergraduate major at Berkeley in Mathematics or Applied Mathematics 2 full years lower-division work (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Multivariable Calculus) 8 one-semester upper-division courses (Real Analysis, Complex Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Graduate Application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal History Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • C.V./Resume
  • Course and Textbook List
Specialization Notes

The Mathematics Subject GRE is required for the Fall 2026 admissions cycle. General GRE is optional.